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To get you in the zone for the new year, we've put together our must-see list of Liverpool events for your 2019 bucket list.

Complete with venues for music lovers, local culture hobbyists as well as quirky events for those who love a little something different.

Bring on 2019!

Pride

When: July 2019 (date TBC)Where: thoughout the cityDistance from airport: between 15 mins and 1 hour drive/ public transport variesAbout: Pride is a yearly celebration of LGBTQ+ that takes over the cities greatest spaces. The 2 day event includes a city-wide march, live music and activities. Liverpool's LBGTQ+ venues get involved, stay open longer and wider city venues serve rainbow wine to celebrate. 2018 saw the biggest and best event yet, with 10,000 people marching through the city.Check out Liverpool Pride today

Music: Liverpool International Music Festival

When: 20th-21st July 2019Where: Sefton ParkFrom Airport: 17 mins drive/ 44 mins public transportAbout: The line up is top secret so far! Previous years have hosted incredible live performers, dance-inducing DJs, as well as fun activities for the family. Get your summer sorted early and join the celebrations. “Epic” doesn’t even cover it…Look for your tickets to the Music Festival and get your 2019 on track!

Cultural: Liverpool’s Philharmonic Orchestra

When: Dates throughout the yearWhere: Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BPDistance from the airport: 25 mins by car, 50 mins by public transportAbout: The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra gives over 80 concerts each season since their founding year in 1840. Treat your ears to the mellow sounds and sticatos of the centre of Liverpool classical music culture.
No tiny violins here, take a look at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and treat your ears.

Charity: Rock’n’Roll Liverpool Marathon 2019

When: 25-26th May 2019Where: Albert Dock, on the Liverpool WaterfrontDistance from Airport: 32 mins by car, 55 mins by public transportAbout: This is one the biggest and most-fun marathons you can have. And it’s happening right here in Liverpool! Time to dress up as your favourite characters and get raising money for local causes. It’s available to international registrants and is partnered with marathons as far away as Chicago, USA!Book your place, sponsor or simply turn up and cheer the runners on with the Rock'N'Roll Marathon, Liverpool.

Something Different: British Musical Fireworks Championship

When: Late September (Date TBC)Where: Victoria Park, Rotten Row, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 2BZDistance from the airport: 50 mins drive, 1 hr 40 by public transportAbout: Over three nights in September, seven competitors battle it out to be crowned the ultimate winner of the British Musical Fireworks Championship. Join the festivities in Victoria Park, Liverpool. An array of light and a mixture of music, from oldies to chart hits - this is a really good family event which will have you saying “oh” and “ah” and dancing the night away. Enjoy some of the most spectacular fireworks you will ever see.Light up the skies with the British Musical Fireworks Championship!

For something super local: Beatleweek

When: 21st-27th Aug 2019Where: Across the area at music venues including Adelphi Hotel, Casbah and The Cavern Club.Distance from Airport: Varies depending on which venues you go to. We recommend leaving at least 30 mins by car for the nearest venues.About: Cavern City Tours is proud to bring you the annual International Beatleweek Festival, which celebrates the music of the incredible Beatles. There’s loads to see and do to celebrate this hub of local music and Beatlemania. This is truly an international event with 70 bands from over 20 countries and fans from over 40.
Let's "Come Together" on "Penny Lane" and "Get Back" to "Yesterday" to spend "A Day in the Life" of "Eleanor Rigby"... Step back in time with the twist and shout, it's International Beatleweek!

We hope you agree with our choices! Let us know what your top picks would be for the 2019 calendar in the comments below.

High street giants Accessorize have opened a new shop within the retail area at Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Selling a huge amount of holiday accessories from swimwear to jewellery, fliers will now have to chance to stock up on the English fashion chain’s great selection before jetting off on holiday from the Merseyside airport.